Cigar Journal

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The Winter Cigar: Finding the Right Smoke for Cold Weather

Cold weather changes how a cigar tastes. The bigger, richer cigars in your humidor were waiting for this season.

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How to Cut, Light and Smoke a Cigar Properly

A premium cigar deserves the small ceremony of being smoked correctly. Three steps, three minutes' reading, much better cigars.

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How to Taste a Cigar: Developing a Vocabulary

Wine drinkers say 'leather' and everyone nods. Cigar smokers can do the same. Here is how to taste deliberately.

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How to Choose Your First Premium Cigar

Walking into the world of premium cigars can feel overwhelming. Here's how to pick a first cigar you will actually enjoy.

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